Term 4 2024 - Goal - Student Independence and Leadership

Term 4 Goal: Strengthen Student Independence and Leadership

As Term 4 gets underway, my main focus will be on helping my Year 6 students build their independence and leadership skills. It’s such an important time for them as they get ready for the jump to Year 7, and I want to make sure they feel confident and prepared for what’s next in their schooling journey.

I’ll be giving my students more opportunities to take on leadership roles in the classroom. Whether it's leading group projects, running class discussions, or helping to organise events, I want to give them chances to step up and take responsibility for their learning and the classroom environment.

I’ll also encourage them to set personal goals and reflect on their progress, helping them to take ownership of their learning. By introducing more student-led activities and celebrating their successes, I hope to build their confidence and self-management skills.

By the end of Term 4, I want my students to feel proud of what they’ve achieved, ready to take on leadership in Year 7, and equipped with the skills they need to succeed in the next phase of their learning.

What is the SAMR Model?

Exploring the SAMR Model

Before completing my own research, I had not heard of the SAMR model before, so I broke it down and created a my own DLO to understand it better. It’s a framework that helps evaluate how technology is used in teaching, moving from simple substitution to transforming learning experiences.

SAMR stands for Substitution, Augmentation, Modification, and Redefinition—a progression that shows how technology can enhance and transform learning.

In my practice, I would like to think that I often work in the Modification and Redefinition stages, redesigning tasks with multimedia or flipped learning to make them more engaging. This aligns with the Manaiakalani cluster’s "Learn, Create, Share" approach, helping students learn in innovative ways.